Micro Micro Buxus 'Korean Box'

mature hedges & screens

Buxus Microphylla x Microphylla 

Buxus Microphylla x Microphylla 

Buxus microphylla x microphylla, commonly known as Micro Micro Buxus or Korean Box, is a versatile and attractive evergreen shrub that offers a refined touch to various garden and landscape settings. With its compact growth and dense foliage, it is an excellent choice for formal and decorative uses.

Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Mature Height (meters): Typically grows to about 0.6-1.2 meters.
Mature Width (meters): Spreads up to 0.6-1 meter.
Spacing: Plant 0.5-1 meter apart for a dense hedge or border.
Foliage: Features small, dense, dark green leaves with a glossy finish. The foliage creates a lush and uniform appearance throughout the year, with a refined texture.
Flowering Period: Produces small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in late spring to early summer. The flowers are subtle, with the primary appeal being the dense foliage.
Form/Habit: Compact, rounded form with a dense, bushy habit. It maintains a neat and orderly appearance.
Uses: Ideal for low hedges, borders, and topiary. Excellent for creating formal garden designs, low maintenance hedges, and decorative elements in landscape designs.
Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and foliage color. Tolerates some shade but may become less dense and compact in deeper shade.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Regular trimming helps keep its compact form.
Water Requirement: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry periods. Thrives in well-drained soil.

Micro Micro Buxus is not only a stylish and functional addition to any garden but also a practical one. Its dense, glossy foliage, compact size, and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite choice for gardeners and landscapers aiming to create elegant, structured outdoor spaces with minimal effort.